Advocacy Grounded in Experience
From our experience advising clients on trust and estate matters, we understand how estates and trusts should be properly managed. We know the right questions to ask and are well-versed in the unique complexities of this area of law.
We are here to help you navigate contested estate or trust administrations with clarity, strategic thinking, and expertise.
We Handle Litigation Matters Related to:
PROTECTING BENEFICIARIES
We regularly counsel clients on their rights as an heir, beneficiary, or surviving spouse. Tennessee law provides wide-ranging rights to request information, and special rights for surviving spouses that can be highly advantageous.
CLAIMS AGAINST AN ESTATE
As part of the probate process, potential creditors may file Claims against an Estate, seeking money judgments. While Claims are often justified, if a suspect Claim is filed, we assist clients in responding to and defending against that alleged debt. We also assist clients in asserting their own Claims against an estate.
ESTATE INSOLVENCY
When estates have more debts than assets, it is often necessary to institute insolvency proceedings before the Probate Court. We counsel clients on their options for dealing with an insolvent estate, including the priority of various creditors.
UNDUE INFLUENCE
Undue influence occurs when a third party wrongfully acts to pressure another to change their estate planning. If you suspect that someone has been the victim of undue influence, it is vital that you take appropriate action. It is often necessary to challenge a Will or other transfers obtained by undue influence in Court.
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